White Wooden Cot Bed
This stylish, sturdy wooden cot is constructed to last. It is built according to European standards, and is safe for children. You can rest assured that your child will sleep peacefully.
It's an expensive option but it feels really sturdy and includes teething rails and a drawer for storage. It also comes with three mattress heights and can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by removing the sides.
Style and design
A white wooden cot can be the centrepiece of any nursery. It can be used to create an environment that is relaxing and welcoming for your baby, or incorporate different hues to add more depth to the room. A mix of textures, such as the woven rug, or the geometric throw blanket, can give an additional dimension of interest to your chosen colour scheme.
You can choose from a range of designs and styles for the cot bed of your baby, and there are options that are suitable for every budget. For instance the cot that is Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range is a great value choice that comes with 3 mattress height positions and teething rails so you can be certain that your baby will be safe and secure when they are moving around in their sleeping.
Alternatively it is the Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed is an elegant white cot bed with a traditional design that will look good in any nursery. It can be used until age 6 as an cot, toddler bed or daybed. It's made from sustainably sourced Australian araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, and it comes with two fixed sides for cot mode and two split ends to facilitate the eventual transition to a toddler bed.
It is possible to extend the Snuz Kot or Mamas and Papas Coxley cot into a toddler beds with an additional kit. You can also find cribs with a low-profile base. This is great for small rooms and also keeps your child from climbing out.
Durability
This cot made by Silver Cross has the look of a high-end piece with the quality and durability to be matched. This sturdy cot bed is designed to last, and is suitable from birth to toddler years (you'll have to take off the side bars). This sleigh-style cot features three adjustable heights for the base and smart panelled design, which can be easily integrated into many nursery styles. This product is of high quality and will last for many years.
Our MFM test participant Grace found this cot to be easy to put together, though you might find that the instructions can be a bit confusing. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an extra PS60 that also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if required) and then removing any packaging. The crib also comes with a teething rail and a drawer for storage, and a variety of other features. With a stylish truffle-inspired finish, this cot is sure to add style and elegance to any nursery. It's a high-quality crib bed that's suitable for babies and toddlers. It can also be transformed into a Toddler Bed, extending the time of the furniture. You can choose from a range of colors to match your room.
Innovation
The cot may appear like furniture with a Scandi-chic look, but it will adapt to your child. It has two different mattress bases, and one is movable to make it into a bed for toddlers. This cot is made of solid pine wood, which is different from the other cots we have test.
It also comes with teething rails and a drawer to store all the essentials. Our panel members loved that this was easy to put together It took our tester just an hour and you don't have to be a DIY master to put it all put together. The panel was particularly impressed that it passed the "trampoline" test when you jumped on it, it wouldn't move!
This multifunctional Stokke cot is designed to last your child through their teens. It can be used as a standard cot, then converted into a junior toddler bed, then an elegant sofa bed. Our panel was pleased that it was a good-looking design that could be easily moved from room to room. They were also impressed with the simple clean lines and the fact that it fits into the standard door frames. It's available in a variety of colours including light oak and grey wood finishes. It was the most expensive cot bed we tested but it definitely is worth the cost.
Comfort
One of the most important things for parents who are new is making sure their baby is comfortable at all times. This includes their sleeping space, which is why the finest white wooden cot beds will ensure they are safe and snug. In addition to the cot itself, a high mattress is crucial and should be firm and free of cracks or tears. The top cots come with high-quality mattresses that are non-irritant and water resistant.
This elegant sleigh crib from Stokke is another top choice for parents who are new. Stokke is a brand that is known for its long-lasting and trusted products. This cot bed has three height settings, which makes it suitable for infants to toddlers. It is easy-to-assemble and comes with a deluxe mattress made of high density polyurethane flexible foam. It also comes with a deluxe mattress made of high-density polyurethane flex foam to provide superior support and comfort for your child.
A classic option is this westport design from Silver Cross, which is practical and beautiful. The cot is available in three different height options and can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by removing the sides, and includes a luxurious mattress that is hypoallergenic and water-resistant. Our reviewers found it to be worth the cost if desired a sturdy, top-quality product. It also comes with a rail for teething and a drawer that can be placed under the bed. The cot is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery.
Convertability
This cot bed will fit in with a modern or traditional nursery. Its timeless design that is clean and white with crisp finishes and rounded forms. The cot can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting allows you to carry newborns. When they start climbing and climbing, lower the bed's base to prevent them from falling. If they are ready for more space to sleep, simply remove the side rails and convert into a toddler bed. This will allow your child to sleep up to 3 years old, making it more suitable for longer than standard cribs and cots.
Oliver Furniture Wood's cot is a Nordic design, combining traditional lines of oak and white for a soft look. It also has a short grid sides and three bars that can be removed to provide additional security and safety. The cot features two positions that can be adjusted for the base and a long-life mattress which can be changed as needed, making sure it expands with your child and lasts longer than other mattresses available.
Its only downside is that it takes up more floor space in the nursery than a crib or cot, particularly once you add a full-length underneath storage drawer for blankets for babies and linen. However, cot bed wood find that the extra durability and flexibility of a convertible cot bed is worth the initial investment over the course of time.
wood bed cot and additional features
The best white wooden cot beds will provide more storage space and additional features than other. Some will have built-in storage drawers for bedding and other items. Others may have wheels or castors that lock to enable you to move around the nursery. Some come with teething bars as well as changing tables, saving you the cost of buying the items separately.
One that we really liked was the Veni Cot Bed, which features a spacious drawer for the trundle, and comes in a choice of warm oak or classic white finishes that can be matched to the various styles. It's simple to put together even for the beginner DIYer, and is easy to transform into a toddler bed due to the barriers that are removable and separate the end panels. We were also impressed with the quality of the wood and finish that feels solid and luxurious.
The main drawback of cot beds is that they consume more area in the nursery than toddler beds or cribs especially when they're converted. This is something you should keep in mind when working with a small space or in a small nursery. We suggest checking the dimensions of the interior before buying a cot to ensure that it can fit into your space.